Living History Weekend – Victorian Era

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside Arbor Lodge Mansion and out on the beautiful grounds during Living History Weekends at Arbor Day Farm.

This weekend, our theme is Victorian Times. Imagine a world without television, cell-phones, and game systems. The Victorian era signified a certain style of clothing, customs, and social etiquette. Journey back in time while you learn about and enjoy displays of Victorian dresses, Victorian mourning customs, lacemaking, parlor games, parlor music, the language of the fan, and more.

Please call Arbor Lodge: 402-873-7222 for more information. Mansion admission is $9 adults, $7 youth (age 3-12). Demonstration hours are 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Purchase tickets in advance here.

Living History Weekend – Celebrate Heritage

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside Arbor Lodge Mansion and out on the beautiful grounds during Living History Weekends at Arbor Day Farm.

Learn more about the ethnic heritage and customs of early Nebraskans. We will have representatives of various ethnic groups sharing information and demonstrations, as well as helpful hints for tracing your own genealogy and preserving family heirlooms.

Please call Arbor Lodge: 402-873-7222 for more information. Mansion admission is $9 adults, $7 youth (age 3-12). Demonstration hours are 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Purchase tickets in advance here.

Living History Weekend – Vintage Halloween

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside Arbor Lodge Mansion and out on the beautiful grounds during Living History Weekends at Arbor Day Farm.

The weekend is full of Vintage Halloween frivolity as we celebrate Halloween history, customs, and games throughout the 52-room mansion. Please call Arbor Lodge: 402-873-7222 for more information. Mansion admission is $9 adults, $7 youth (age 3-12). Demonstration hours are 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Living History Weekend – Down on the Farm

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside Arbor Lodge Mansion and out on the beautiful grounds during Living History Weekends at Arbor Day Farm.

Experience daily life on the Morton farm. Special exhibits and demonstrations will highlight day-to-day activities on the prairie. Learn about the Morton family farm through firsthand accounts, letters, journal entries and, photographs. View antique farm equipment and kitchen gadgets. Demonstrations include: quilting, one-room schoolhouse lessons, dress-like-a-pioneer and more.

Please call Arbor Lodge: 402-873-7222 for more information. Mansion admission is $9 adults, $7 youth (age 3-12).

Living History Weekend – Vintage Halloween

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside Arbor Lodge Mansion and out on the beautiful grounds during Living History Weekends at Arbor Day Farm.

The weekend is full of Vintage Halloween frivolity as we celebrate Halloween history, customs, and games throughout the 52-room mansion. Please call Arbor Lodge: 402-873-7222 for more information. Mansion admission is $9 adults, $7 youth (age 3-12). Demonstration hours are 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Living History Weekend – Victorian Era

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside Arbor Lodge Mansion and out on the beautiful grounds during Living History Weekends at Arbor Day Farm.

This weekend, our theme is Victorian Times. Imagine a world without television, cell phones, and game systems. The Victorian era signified a certain style of clothing, customs, and social etiquette. Journey back in time while you learn about and enjoy displays of Victorian dresses, Victorian mourning customs, lacemaking, parlor games, parlor music, the language of the fan, and more.

Please call Arbor Lodge: 402-873-7222 for more information. Mansion admission is $9 adults, $7 youth (age 3-12). Demonstration hours are 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Living History Weekend – All About the Mortons

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside Arbor Lodge Mansion and out on the beautiful grounds during Living History Weekends at Arbor Day Farm.

Delve into the history and talents of the men and women of Arbor Lodge. Explore topics such as farming, business, painting, sewing, needlework, cooking, entertaining, education, railroads, and more.

Please call Arbor Lodge: 402-873-7222 for more information. Mansion admission is $9 adults, $7 youth (age 3-12).

Living History Weekend – Celebrate Heritage

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside Arbor Lodge Mansion and out on the beautiful grounds during Living History Weekends at Arbor Day Farm.

Learn more about the ethnic heritage and customs of early Nebraskans. We will have representatives of various ethnic groups sharing information and demonstrations, as well as helpful hints for tracing your own genealogy and preserving family heirlooms.

Please call Arbor Lodge: 402-873-7222 for more information. Mansion admission is $9 adults, $7 youth (age 3-12). Demonstration hours are 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Living History Weekend – Table Creek Rendezvous

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside Arbor Lodge Mansion and out on the beautiful grounds during Living History Weekends at Arbor Day Farm.

Join us for our Annual Table Creek Rendezvous (Mountain Man Encampment). Enjoy demonstrations of blacksmithing, fabric dyes and printing, seed beadwork, rigid heddle weaving, leather crafting, Dutch oven cooking, fire building, skins & skulls, and more on the grounds of Arbor Lodge State Historical Park.

Please call Arbor Lodge: 402-873-7222 for more information. Mansion admission is $9 adults, $7 youth (age 3-12). Demonstration hours are 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Living History Weekend – Centennial Celebration of Arbor Lodge State Historical Park

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside Arbor Lodge Mansion and out on the beautiful grounds during Living History Weekends at Arbor Day Farm.

On September 27, 1923, the Morton family officially gifted Arbor Lodge to the State of Nebraska, making it Nebraska’s first state historic park. Join us as we commemorate this momentous occasion with special activities, photographs, and displays about the Morton family’s pastimes, businesses, education, and volunteer/civic group participation.

Please call Arbor Lodge: 402-873-7222 for more information. Mansion admission is $9 adults, $7 youth (age 3-12).